I have no godfather, only God, says Rivers NDC candidate Fubara

Blessing Fubara, the governorship candidate for the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) in Rivers State, has asserted that his political backing comes solely from divine providence, not from any influential political figure. "I don’t have a godfather but I have God the father," Fubara declared during a television interview, emphasizing his independent political standing.

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I don’t have a godfather but I have God the father.

Fubara also addressed the perceived relationship with his brother, the current Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara. He stated that they hold different political ideologies and perspectives, refuting suggestions that his ambition is merely an extension of his brother's political agenda or that he is acting as a stand-in. "My brother, Nigerians, and indeed the wider world saw what happened between him and his party. We have different political ideologies and individual perspectives," he explained.

The NDC candidate's announcement comes at a time of intense political instability in Rivers State. This period is marked by a protracted conflict between Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his predecessor, Nyesom Wike, who is now the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory. The political feud has manifested in various forms, including impeachment attempts, the emergence of parallel legislative factions, and ongoing legal disputes.

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My brother, Nigerians, and indeed the wider world saw what happened between him and his party. We have different political ideologies and individual perspectives.

Blessing Fubara formally entered the 2027 governorship race in May 2026 after obtaining the NDC's expression of interest and nomination forms. His campaign is focused on what he describes as rescuing the state, stating, "We are focused with our eyes on the ball that the sole of Rivers State must be rescued."

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We are focused with our eyes on the ball that the sole of Rivers State must be rescued.